Review of Indus Yo

Indus Yo OverView

Petrol prices are increasing day by day and this limited source would be unavailable anytime that forced the auto makers to think about an alternative source of fuel. At present, the auto makers are investing a lot on electric vehicles and you can see a good number of electric two-wheelers and a few of four-wheelers.

Electrotherm Group's Indus arm produces electric two-wheelers under the brand Yobykes. The company has a good reputation in the segment and has sold out a significant number of these two-wheelers. Their popular electric bikes are Indus YO Speed, YO Smart and YO Spin. The Indus YO Spin is discontinued recently. So we will concentrate more on the existing variants.

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Petrol prices are increasing day by day and this limited source would be unavailable anytime that forced the auto makers to think about an alternative source of fuel. At present, the auto makers are investing a lot on electric vehicles and you can see a good number of electric two-wheelers and a few of four-wheelers.

Electrotherm Group's Indus arm produces electric two-wheelers under the brand Yobykes. The company has a good reputation in the segment and has sold out a significant number of these two-wheelers. Their popular electric bikes are Indus YO Speed, YO Smart and YO Spin. The Indus YO Spin is discontinued recently. So we will concentrate more on the existing variants.

The Indus YO Speed is powered by a 750 Watt electric motor and can reach to a top speed of 45 km/hr and you can cover around 70-75 kms with a load of 75 kg and 65-70 km at a 130kg of load (both at economy mode). Indus YO Speed electric motor produces a maximum power of 750W at 570 rpm/1100W at 500 rpm while it develops a peak torque of 45Nm at 150 rpm. It comes with dual riding modes viz. Power mode and economy mode. Indus YO Speed uses 1.6 unit of electricity when it is fully charged; it takes 6-8 hours to charge the battery fully. The e-bike has 10 inch long tyres that ensure better grip and stability on road.

Indus YO Smart is loaded with 250W of rear hub motor (PMBDC Motor) along with a 48Volt battery that has a top speed of 25 km/hr and its single charge can take you upto a distance of 75 kms with 20 AH. It can also carry a load of upto 75 kgs that means an adult and a child. The battery of Indus YO Smart also takes around 6-8 hours to complete a charge.

The light weight Indus YO vehicles hardly make any noise and environment friendly. The Indus YO bikes has under seat storage and light weight wheels to ensure less battery consumption. The two-wheeler comes with bright indicators and clear headlamp. The instrument panel of the Indus YO shows information regarding speed and battery uses.

Indus Yo Designing

The Indus YO Speed has overall length, height and width of 1785mm, 1060mm and 650mm. Both the bikes, Indus YO Speed and YO Smart, are sleek bikes with aerodynamic posture. These bikes come with light weighted alloy wheels and total weight that helps to get higher speed and fuel efficiency.

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The company does not provide exact specification about wheels and tyres but it says that the tyres are wide and come with alloy wheels. However, Indus YO Speed is claimed to have 3”x10” tyres for better grip and balance when riding. Both the two-wheelers has stylish alloy wheels with special design.

The Indus YO bikes are as smart and speedy as their name indicates clearly. The e-bikes have sleek body that are pretty light weighted to ensure agile acceleration and fuel economy.

The front apron of the Indus YO Bikes has got clear fit and finish with integrated front turn indicators, however, Indus YO Speed has some racing graphics at the front as well.

Both the variants has clear headlamp that illuminates the way ahead. Indus YO Speed sports front turn indicators integrated at apron while the YO Smart has headlamp integrated turn indicators. The bikes has easy readable instrument panel that show speed and battery level. Indus YO Speed features power and economy mode display as well.

Between the front panel and seat, there is a spacious footboard area to allow you to place your legs freely. The Indus YO Bikes come with good enough under seat luggage store where you can put helmet sized articles for your need. The seats are comfortable enough for two passengers including rider. The e-bikes have traditional rear grab rails with luggage carriers. Rear view mirrors and grab rail cum luggage are in black shade. The Indus YO Bikes sports long alloy wheels that are light weight and enhance performance.

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The Indus YO bikes are light weight electric vehicles that can be handled by even an adult with controllable speed. The rider does not need any license or wearing a helmet. These vehicles are pollution free with zero maintenance. According to the company, the Indus YO Smart takes only 0.80 paisa/km and 0.10 paisa with YO Speed compare to 1.25 Rs/km that save your money to a great extent.

Moreover, the Indus YO bikes are easy to charge and park due to their compact size. The Indus YO bikes features key start system for ease of starting. Added to this, the bikes has under seat storage space and roomy footboard.

Indus Yo Engine And Performance

The Indus YO Speed is powered by a 750Watt electric motor that is the first 750W electric vehicle in India. The maximum power of Indus YO Speed bike is 750W at 570 rpm/1100W at 500 rpm and a higher torque of 45 Nm at 150 rpm. It can cover around 70-75 km with a load of 75 kg and 65-70 km (both at economy mode) with a load of 130 kg with a top speed of 45 km/hr. It also features dual mode riding under power and economy mode for best fuel economy.

The Indus YO Smart comes loaded with rear hub motor of 250Watt along with a 48 Volt battery. It can be accelerated upto 25 km/hr. Indus YO Smart can deliver a mileage of 75km with 20 AH and 40 km with 12 AH. Both the electric bikes take 6 to 8 hours to recharge the battery.

According to the company, the Indus YO Smart takes only 0.80 paisa/km and 0.10 paisa with YO Speed compare to 1.25 Rs/km that save your money to a great extent.

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The Indus YO Speed comes with India's first 750Watt electric motor which is able to produce a peak power of 750W at 570 rpm/1100W at 500 rpm and generates a maximum torque of 48 Nm at 150 rpm. The Indus YO Speed has the best acceleration power and torque in the segment with a top speed of 45 km/hr, however, payload plays an important role when accelerating, the less the weight, the more the acceleration.

On the other hand, Indus YO Smart is loaded with a smaller electric motor which has 250W of capacity. With this motor, Indus YO Smart can be topped upto 25 km/hr. The electric bike takes around 4.7 seconds to chase the 0-20 kmph mark.

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The first 750Watt Indian electric bike, Indus YO Speed is equipped with 750 Watt electric motor that produces a maximum power of 750watt at 570 rpm/1100 watt at 500 rpm and churns out a top torque of 48 Nm at 150 rpm. It offers power and economy mode that is to be maintained only by the rider himself/herself. As the Indus YO bikes are developed for city riding, the top speed loaded is up to 45 km/hr and one can have 70-75 kms covered with 75 kg of load. If 130 kg of load is carried, you will get 65-70 km/hr of range.

The Indus YO Speed consumes 1.6 unit of power after full charge and full charge is done between 6-8 hours.The base model of Indus YO, Indus YO Smart is fitted with a 250Watt of PMBDC motor alongside 48 volt battery. You can accelerate upto 25 km/hr with this compact size motor and travel upto 75 km with 20 AH and 40 km/hr with 12 AH. You need to put power plug to the battery between 6-8 hours to recharge the battery.

Indus Yo Braking And Handling

As the Indus YO bikes are very light weighted and come with sleek design, the handling becomes much easier or as a soft toy. Standard brakes and suspension systems is incorporated in the bikes to enhance the riding experience and provide safety net to the rider and the passenger. Due to its sleek design and light weight, cruising the bike in the traffic is easy and agile. The 10 inch longer wheels and low seat height ensure better handling as well.

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Again, no specific details about the suspension system, however, Indus YO bikes has conventional suspension fitting that takes care of potholes in the road to make your ride most memorable. The suspension serves for the stability of the two-wheeler when riding.

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Indus Yo Colors

The Indus YO Speed comes in four vibrant shades including Neo black, Flame red, Slate grey, Merry Pink and Royal silver. The body colour dominates the whole body while graphical job is done with yellow and white shade at front apron and rear panels.
The 250W powered variant Indus YO Smart is available in five eye-catching colours such as super silver, classic black, splash blue, sunny yellow and vibrant maroon. This variant has neat and clean body colour with bike name at rear panel in place of graphics.

Indus Yo Pros

Easy to handle and maintain, value for money e-bike, now it comes with more features.

Indus Yo Cons

Long drive is not possible, anywhere it can stop you if no charge.

Indus Yo Review

Dont buy any yo byk product .. i m yo exl user and it is troubleful experience for me.... frequently charger go bad and you will not get in time. after nine ten month bike will go only 10 or 12 KM. every 15 day you will stand on repair agency. regarding warranty they are doing passing the time or you tell killing the time for expire the warranty ( talmatol).Do not buy yo bike because i have taken new bike in 7 Jun 2013 and from 6 Jun 2014 it is running only up to 10 Kilo meter now agency manager telling change the battery. On 06 jun 2014 battery charger not working agency do not have any spare...
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dear coustmers pls dont purchase yo bikes it not worty for money , i have purchased yo bike and used for only 6 month is be wasted become scrape if any one want just pay me 999rs and take my yo bilke
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